Lacquered-wood flower tray

HK$680.00

This plate’s lobed floral form reflects the sophistication of the Ming aesthetic. Although the lacquer has worn, faint remnants of the decor remain: a court life scene with two characters dressed in traditional attire.

It makes a perfect fruit bowl or a nice tray for your nibbles.

Dimensions: diameter is 35.5 cm (flat inside is 24 cm), height is 6 cm.

Last piece available is the octagon shape (pictures 1, 2 4 and 5).

This plate’s lobed floral form reflects the sophistication of the Ming aesthetic. Although the lacquer has worn, faint remnants of the decor remain: a court life scene with two characters dressed in traditional attire.

It makes a perfect fruit bowl or a nice tray for your nibbles.

Dimensions: diameter is 35.5 cm (flat inside is 24 cm), height is 6 cm.

Last piece available is the octagon shape (pictures 1, 2 4 and 5).

The art of lacquerware flourished on trays and plates during the Han dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD). These refined vessels served both ritual functions - to present offerings - and everyday purposes in the kitchen and at the table.